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This week on Bloody Good Screen, we’re celebrating the life and career of the legendary Sam Neill with a very special double bill: Possession (1981) and Event Horizon (1997).

Two very different films, two very different performances, and two occasions where Sam Neill finds himself having an absolutely fucking terrible time.

From the raw, disturbing madness of Possession to the cosmic nightmare of Event Horizon, we look back at two of Neill’s most memorable genre performances and discuss what made him such a brilliant and versatile actor.

We talk body horror, psychological horror, Hell in space, collapsing relationships, giant squid-like nightmares, lost footage, WTF moments and, of course, the question we’ve been asking all night:

Which Sam Neill character had the worst day?

It’s also a particularly special episode for us, as we head towards Taz’s final appearance with the Screen team. There’s plenty of the usual chaos, laughs and questionable opinions, but also a chance to celebrate the time we’ve had together behind the microphones.

So pour yourself a drink, settle in, and join us as we say goodbye to one incredible actor while enjoying two absolutely fucking bonkers films.

Sam Neill. Two films. One very bad week.

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